My Obsession

I’ll admit, I went into *My Obsession* expecting a fluffy rockstar fantasy—maybe some backstage drama, a meet-cute, the usual. Instead, Grey delivers something far more interesting: a story about the *cost* of obsession, where the love interest isn’t just unattainable but *actively* unaware of your existence. That’s a bold choice, and it works because the protagonist’s voice is so achingly real. Their internal monologue oscillates between self-aware humor and devastating vulnerability, and James Joseph nails the tone. His delivery is intimate, almost confessional, like he’s whispering secrets directly into your ear. When he voices Jay’s rare lines, the contrast—deep, effortless, *famous*—makes the protagonist’s infatuation land like a physical ache. That said, the pacing stumbles in the second act. The repetition of the protagonist’s longing, while intentional, occasionally veers into monotony. A few more scenes grounding the story in their *real* life (not just their Jay-centric one) would’ve added depth. And while the ending is satisfyingly bittersweet, the abrupt shift in tone might frustrate listeners craving resolution over realism. Still, the production is flawless—no distracting edits, no awkward pauses—just a clean, immersive listen. If you’ve ever scrolled through a celebrity’s Instagram at 2 a.m. or rewritten a text 10 times before deleting it, this audiobook will haunt you (in the best way).